2022 Finalist: Children’s Science Picture Book

Chickenology: The Ultimate Encyclopedia, by Barbara Sandri and Francesco Giubbilini. (Illustrated by Camilla Pintonato.) Princeton Architectural Press, 2021.

Chickenology takes young readers on a fascinating and informative tour of chickens. With a playful tone and irresistibly charming illustrations, this lively visual encyclopedia presents chickens in all of their feathered glory. Discover the incredible variety of chickens with different origins, breeds, and feather patterns. Learn incredible facts: did you know that chickens can learn to count up to four and have excellent hearing? Many even like to listen to music!